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Saffron Infused Roasted Cauliflower Cream Soup
The first in our series of unique saffron recipes, this roasted saffron & cauliflower soup is an absolute crowd pleaser. Top this incredible comfort food with smoked trout or sautéed mushrooms for a truly spectacular culinary delight!
Low Carb Vanilla Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This almond flour vanilla cake with sugar-free cream cheese frosting is low-carb with no sugar, but still incredibly moist and decadent. Made using ground vanilla, the wet-to-dry ratio is not upset but a deep vanilla flavor is still achieved!
Persian Saffron Paella with Dried Chorizo, Mussels, & Smoked Turkey
Paella is a classic Spanish comfort food. This one slightly strays from the traditional variety, using pre-cooked or quick-cooked proteins. Persian saffron paella utilizes smoked turkey, dried chorizo, and fresh mussels for a quick and easy dish that feeds a crowd! Plus, it's the perfect use for Thanksgiving leftovers!
Lemon Butter with Persian Saffron
A savory lamb dish, enhanced by the world's most prized variety of saffron, pungent shallot, sweet rosemary, a touch of citrus—all pulled together in a sweet cream butter sauce. This dish will send your taste buds in a frenzy of delight and is sure to impress everyone at your table!
Healthy Vanilla Bean Recipes: Vanilla Scented Morel Mushroom Mole
The final recipe in our series of healthy vanilla bean recipes, Vegan Vanilla Mushroom Mole combines the earthiness of morel mushrooms, fragrant vanilla, Ceylon cinnamon, poblano peppers, and traditional Mexican spices. It’s filled with antioxidants and is gluten free, low carb, vegan (so obviously dairy free, too), and, nut free, so it will satisfy most dietary restrictions!
What is Saffron Used For?
Everyone is well aware of what saffron is, but when it comes to pinpointing what saffron is used for, most folks know of its use in paella and little else. This article contains a round-up of the most notable uses of saffron and provides tips for using it in cooking and recipes for you to try.